Cyberattaque : des hackers font tomber des réseaux électriques !

A cyberattack attributed to Iranian-linked actors has reportedly disabled a small British power generation facility for four days, marking the first time a complete shutdown of such an installation has occurred in the UK. While the facility’s impact on the national grid was minimal due to its size, the incident highlights a growing trend of cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure by actors associated with the Iranian regime. This event follows a series of similar attacks against US hydroelectric facilities, raising concerns about a coordinated campaign and the potential for further targeting of Western infrastructure. The incident underscores the importance of cybersecurity for energy providers and the need for enhanced defenses against state-sponsored actors.